Mark And Pete

There should really be 11 commandments. Is there a problem with how the 10 commandments are written. How are the commandments relevant today. Hard-hitting discussion with an ironic twist. Religion, politics and business: colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from business Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. Subscribe on iTunesFor more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

It's election time in Britain with the the closest election for many years being contested for who will govern Britain. Conservative, Labour, Social Democrat, Green and UK Independence Parties are all fielding candidates for the new parliament. Who will win and who should Christians vote for? This is a joint show recorded with the "Mark and Pete Show" and "The Good News Show" presenters and broadcast simultaneously, with minor editorial changes, on both channels. Presented this week by Peter Timothy Cooper, James Byers and Mark Peacey.Usually the content is different on these two shows, try out other episodes by going to the websites shown below.Mark and Pete Show Website: markandpete.comThe Good News Show Website: tgnsuk.com

Misunderstood, driven and a great promotional guru - and started a venture that is still thriving thousands of years later. Is Jesus the ultimate entrepreneur? What can we learn from how he launched the mission program of the church? Religion, politics and business: colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. Subscribe on iTunesFor more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Or should we ask, why did the Devil invent the Media? There have been recent scandals in about the Media. There are ideas that it are too powerful and too invasive. Journalist phone hacking for a story, for example. But what do we make of the media. Is it good or bad and how can it be better? Religion, politics and business: colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. Subscribe on iTunesFor more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

When you look at your life, what do you really believe? What is faith looked at in true perspective? Is it your faith or Jesus Christ's faithfulness that's important? How do you read the Bible? Join the conversation: what's the answer? Religion, politics and business: colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. Subscribe on iTunesFor more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

The words "youth" and "problem" often go together. That surely shouldn't always be the case! Mark and Pete wrestle with the problem of "the lost generation" by posing the question" "does Britain's youth have a future?" Politics, prejudice and apathy all play their part in creating a problem for the future of Britain and other countries with a disenfranchised young generation. Join the conversation: what's the answer? Religion, politics and business: colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Recent statistic show that the number of young people drinking alcohol is down. Is the new generation more responsible? Is there a still a problem with binge drinking, and if so what's to be done about it? Religion, politics and business: colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Relationships in business, communities and for individuals as well as international relations: how does the Biblical concept of "Love Thy Neighbour" help. Is it relevant today? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

The Bible is highly influential and sells in huge numbers. It stands behind many cultures and phrases from it have become part of the English language. But recently there seems to be a turning away from Christian Scripture so what is the role of the Bible in the 21st century? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

The National Health Service was a groundbreaking effort to improve healthcare for all. After many years, has it become unsustainable. Is healthcare free at the point of use a necessary part of a good society, or is it simply too expensive? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Excessive focus on short term results by some corporate leader results in poor strategy and a global downturn. The what, why and wherefore of short term business planning and pointers for the future. Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

From Saville Row suits to Primark spending on fashion showed a huge increase over the past year or so. What is the reason for this? Is fashion an indulgence or a necessary part of life? Are we simply all too vain? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Homelessness in the UK is increasing. But what exactly is the issue behind the statistics? And who is responsible? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

The great divide between rich and poor seems such scandal. But what are the rights and wrongs of wealth and poverty and where do you draw the line? What exactly is abject poverty and what is the cause? Concentrating on the UK Mark and Pete look at the problem of poverty experienced across the world. Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

With the school league tables showing more schools failing to make the grade, is Britain's education system bottom of the class? What is education in schools like from the perspective of a teacher, parent and pupil? Are fundamental reforms necessary? Is the National Curriculum a good thing? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Is war worth it? Is war ever justified? What are the consequences of war, what should be our attitude and what does the Bible have to say? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Freedom of speech is assumed as a right in some societies. Is this good? How far ought free speech to be allowed? Should we be able to poke fun at other people's cherished beliefs. And with libel laws and the like, does it actually exist? Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

The concept of class still affects society today. Wealth, eduction, profession, religion all affect how people are positioned the social ladder. Are you middle class, working class, upper class? And where does God sit?For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

A review of 2014 events - what do you remember, how was the year for you? Mark and Pete recall what's happened and what it all means for 2015 and beyond. Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteFor more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.comMusic: "Rock over London" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Christmas greetings, poem and a seasonal message and from the Bible from Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman. "“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” which means, God with us." Matthew 1:23 Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteFor more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.comMusic: "Rock over London" "Deck the Halls B" "We Wish You"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0